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Bay Keramik Large Mid-Century Stoneware Vase, Sumerian Decor, Germany

$2,400
£1,826.05
€2,103.98
CA$3,407.25
A$3,655.37
CHF 1,960.66
MX$44,010.14
NOK 24,716.48
SEK 22,538
DKK 15,719.54

About the Item

Exceptional large mid-century modern stoneware vase by Bay Keramik, Germany, circa 1960s. This striking ceramic vessel features a bold sculptural handle and a magnificent continuous revolving decoration inspired by ancient Sumerian characters and scenes of daily life, giving the piece a strong archaeological and modernist presence. The richly textured glaze and graphic relief decoration are emblematic of Bay Keramik’s most expressive period, when the company embraced ancient civilizations, brutalist forms, and experimental surface treatments. The narrative frieze encircling the vase creates a dynamic visual rhythm, making it a standout statement piece for collectors of German modern ceramics, mid-century European design, and studio pottery. Perfect as a focal point in a modern, brutalist, or eclectic interior, this rare Bay Keramik vase exemplifies the innovative spirit and craftsmanship that defined West German ceramics of the postwar era. Measurements Height: 17.9 in (45.5 cm) Width: 8.7 in (22 cm) Depth: 8.3 in (21 cm) Manufacturer: Bay Keramik Country: Germany Period: Mid-20th Century (Mid-Century Modern) About Bay Keramik Bay Keramik was one of the most influential ceramic manufacturers in West Germany during the 1950s–1970s, playing a central role in the international success of West German pottery. Founded in 1933 in Bavaria, the company became renowned for its bold sculptural forms, thick volcanic glazes, and experimental decorative techniques. Bay Keramik distinguished itself through collaborations with talented designers and artists, producing ceramics that bridged art pottery and industrial design. Their work often drew inspiration from ancient cultures, abstract symbolism, and modern architecture, resulting in highly collectible pieces that are now icons of mid-century modern design. Notable Bay Keramik Designers and Artists Bay Keramik worked with several important ceramic artists, including: Bodo Mans – Known for expressive relief designs and architectural forms Helmut Schäffenacker – Celebrated for sculptural ceramics and figurative influences Anneliese and Franz Josef Löffler – Contributors to Bay’s experimental glaze and form language Various in-house designers whose numbered model system became a hallmark of Bay production Today, Bay Keramik pieces are highly sought after by collectors of mid-century modern ceramics, German design, and brutalist pottery, with large-scale and narrative-decorated vases being particularly rare.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.92 in (45.5 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 8.27 in (21 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Stoneware
  • Period:
    1960-1969
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2312348172702

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